What is a probate referee?

A probate referee is a person appointed by the court to help with the probate process in California. The probate referee acts as an impartial expert and can help resolve disputes between parties involved in the process. In addition to helping resolve disputes, a probate referee may also conduct appraisals, evaluate assets, and make recommendations related to the estate. Probate referees must be impartial and follow the California probate code, so they are required to be unbiased and act in good faith. Furthermore, all decisions rendered by a probate referee are binding and final, unless they are overturned by the court. Probate referees must be approved by the court and, depending on the size and complexity of the estate, may be appointed for a specific amount of time or for the duration of the probate process.

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